Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2016 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 86,379 miles on the clock, averaging 9,184 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for crbc and dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging.
MOT & Mileage History for YJ16 UPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 86,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,938 |
| Average per year | 9,184 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YJ16 UPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YJ — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About YJ16 UPA
What car is YJ16 UPA?
YJ16 UPA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Leeds in 2016.
What is the mileage of YJ16 UPA?
The last recorded mileage for YJ16 UPA was 86,379 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YJ16 UPA passed its MOT?
YJ16 UPA has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.
Is YJ16 UPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YJ16 UPA is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is YJ16 UPA?
YJ16 UPA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.